1980 Audi Sport vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
Model | Sport | 3000 Mk III |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |